He likes to jump up on everybody. If you pet him he thinks its okay to jump on you afterwards. And its not that he needs someone to pay attention to him because we pet and play with him all the time. He is spoiled rotten he goes where ever we go and he is very friendly. He is 3 years old and the people we got him from said he was never abused. But the way he jumps on us I think he was abused its like he is looking for more attention. We would never hurt him in way so shock collars are out of the question. He gets plenty of exercise we take for a walk everyday plus we have a large fenced in yard. He listens very good you tell him to sit he sits, you tell him to lay down he lays down but you tell no when he jumps on us he doesnt listen and 2 minutes later he jumps again. Please help us with this.
Thank you Oldman
2007-03-08 01:16:14 · 7 answers · asked by oldmancripplecrotch 3 in Pets ➔ Dogs
He jumps on people because he can and because he's rewarded for the behavior.
When he jumps he needs to be totally ignored..no eye contact, no petting, no talking to, nothing no attention of ANY kind positive or negative. It will take a while for him to unlearn the behavior but if you are consistant and totally ignore him he will get the message.
Make sure to only reward him for those behaviors you want him to display.
2007-03-08 10:02:48 · answer #1 · answered by Great Dane Lover 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Almost all dogs will develop a jumping up habit if you don’t train them not to do it. It definitely doesn’t mean he was abused.
When he jumps, take his front paws and put them on the floor. Say “down” firmly. Take a step back. Do - NOT - pay attention to him until he’s just sitting/standing there in front of you being good. If he jumps again, repeat it until he stops. It might be hard on both of you at first, because he won't understand why you're doing it, and you'll feel bad for ignoring him when he's just looking for attention, but don't give in. When he's calm, then praise him. Make sure everyone if your family knows what to do. If even one person starts responding to him when he jumps, everything could be ruined and you’ll have to start all over.
Don’t expect this problem to be fixed in a day. You have to keep at it for a while and be very consistent before he will realize that he only gets attention when he’s calm, and not jumping up on you.
2007-03-08 01:25:28 · answer #2 · answered by Mandy 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Im going through Veterinary Tech School Right now and One of the things that I have learned when a Dog of that Size is Jumping on you Firmly say NO! & Not Knee him harm in the Chest but, Just take your Knee when he jumps on you and Push it into him, this will cause a little Discomfort causing him to Jump Off. I have also Learned with my Various Animals that After they have done something you are Displeased with Ignoring them for a few minutes afterwards is a Great way to show you are Very Unhappy with what they have done. Sounds Like your baby is Just REALLY HAPPY to see you, and while Understandable he needs to learn that He cant Jump on you or anyone else & get away with it.
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2016-02-15 19:41:05 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would find a reputable pet trainer who could arrange several private lessons and show you how to humanely teach your dog not to jump. At 3, this is unacceptable not to mention annoying and potentially dangerous to a toddler or an elderly person. He sounds like a wonderful dog so it's worth the expense! I could give you suggestions but it's much easier to actually demonstrate with your dog. They also make home visits for a bit more I think. After private classes, you might consider basic obedience as well. It does wonders and is fun for you and your dog! My Sheltie loves it! She jumps as well but she is just a puppy and is smaller so it's not so bad. She does it when she's excited and I think that's why your dog is doing it, not because he was abused. Abused dogs are agressive and tend to hide or cower.
2007-03-08 01:24:46 · answer #5 · answered by SHELTIELUVER 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Teach him a proper Hello. Sit! Only greet the dog when he is sitting. He wants your attention, do give it to him until he sits. I mean totally ignore him. It's called walking through the dog, as if he is not even there. GSPs are smart, he will offer every skill he knows to get your attention. When he sits, lots of praise and treats.
2007-03-08 07:48:32 · answer #6 · answered by Deb t 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
when he jumps turn your back and/or leave the room, if he is about to jump tell him sit and give praise if he sits. if he wants attention take all attention away when he jumps and when he sits give a lot.
2007-03-08 04:30:30 · answer #7 · answered by mike m 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋